Garden Springs Elementary After School Program Coordinator

Fayette County Public Schools•Lexington, KY

20h•$27

About The Position

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description. After School Program Coordinator Job Class Code: 8304 Position Type: Hourly Job Type: Temporary Pay Rate : $27 Reports To: Principal or designee Supervises: Assigned Staff JOB SUMMARY Provides supervision to individual or groups of students enrolled in the Creative Activities Program (After School Program); monitor and report student progress; maintain enrollment and payment records. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Conducts a progressive, challenging program for youth. Works productively and consistently with CAP Assistants, parent, youth, and community. Coordinates the distribution of afternoon snacks. Maintains bulletin boards. Register participants, prepare and maintain calendar, attendance and student information records and evaluations. Maintains order and procedures during all activities; e.g. classroom, gym, playground, etc. Orders supplies and maintains facility and equipment. Attends designated orientations and in-services. Transport students to and from activities and assist in preparation as required. Monitor and report behavior of students according to approved procedures; report progress regarding student performance and behavior; check and assist students with homework as necessary. Perform routine clerical duties such as preparation of instructional and classroom materials; operate copy machines; maintain classroom records; maintain attendance records. Oversees students while involved in activities. Assist students in such physical tasks as putting on and taking off of outer wear, moving from room to room, using the lavatory and others; assist students in getting on and off the bus. Assist students by providing proper examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude and general guidance. Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and regulations. Direct group activities of students as assigned; assist in monitoring playground activities as assigned; assist in emergency drills, assemblies, play periods and field trips. Demonstrates the ability to communicate in more than one language or the willingness to learn to communicate in more than one language at the novice level of proficiency. Performs other duties as assigned. Maintains regular attendance.

Requirements

Basic subjects taught in the District schools, including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language and reading.
Safe practices in classroom and playground activities.
Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Basic record-keeping techniques.
Learn child guidance principles and practices.
Communicate and maintain effective relationships with students, parents, staff and the public including members of ethnic communities.
Perform routine clerical duties in support of classroom activities.
Print and write legibly.
Add, subtract, multiply and divide quickly and accurately.
Understand and follow oral and written directions.
Learn procedures, functions and limitations of assigned duties.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Learn to apply and explain policies and procedures related to school and program activities.
Work cooperatively with others.
Monitor, observe and report student’s behavior according to approved policies and procedures.
Operate instructional and office equipment.
High School Diploma or G.E.D. Certificate
Three years of experience working with children in an organized setting.

Responsibilities

Conducts a progressive, challenging program for youth.
Works productively and consistently with CAP Assistants, parent, youth, and community.
Coordinates the distribution of afternoon snacks.
Maintains bulletin boards.
Register participants, prepare and maintain calendar, attendance and student information records and evaluations.
Maintains order and procedures during all activities; e.g. classroom, gym, playground, etc.
Orders supplies and maintains facility and equipment.
Attends designated orientations and in-services.
Transport students to and from activities and assist in preparation as required.
Monitor and report behavior of students according to approved procedures; report progress regarding student performance and behavior; check and assist students with homework as necessary.
Perform routine clerical duties such as preparation of instructional and classroom materials; operate copy machines; maintain classroom records; maintain attendance records.
Oversees students while involved in activities.
Assist students in such physical tasks as putting on and taking off of outer wear, moving from room to room, using the lavatory and others; assist students in getting on and off the bus.
Assist students by providing proper examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude and general guidance.
Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and regulations.
Direct group activities of students as assigned; assist in monitoring playground activities as assigned; assist in emergency drills, assemblies, play periods and field trips.
Demonstrates the ability to communicate in more than one language or the willingness to learn to communicate in more than one language at the novice level of proficiency.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular attendance.